Over the weekend a press release in the UK suggested that a significant number of folks would be let go (~4,000) in our company. This is just two years after we saw significant reductions on the order of 50% in medicinal chemistry. This has caused a lot of folks to really start to worry about their future and I know that it can be very difficult emotionally from the time these things leak until the official announcements are made and we find out the reality of the cuts. I was feeling a bit of it myself on the way home yesterday and as I was praying for those in my department this song came on the radio - "I Will Rise" by Chris Tomlin. What an amazing song. It reminded me of Philippians 4:6-7 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
It also reminded me of what Colt McCoy said after getting injured and watching his team loss the national championship game. McCoy stated, "I always give God the glory. I never question why things happen the way they do. God is in control of my life. And I know that if nothing else, I'm standing on the Rock."
So, I ask you to pray for God's will to be done in our lives as we wait to hear our fate. Pray for peace for myself and my co-workers and that those of us who are brothers and sisters reflect God's light during this time.
Blessings,
cas
"I Will Rise" by Chris Tomlin
There's a peace I've come to know
Though my heart and flesh may fail
There's an anchor for my soul
I can say "It is well"
Jesus has overcome
And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead
And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles' wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise
There's a day that's drawing near
When this darkness breaks to light
And the shadows disappear
And my faith shall be my eyes
Jesus has overcome
And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead
And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles' wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise
And I hear the voice of many angels sing,
"Worthy is the Lamb"
And I hear the cry of every longing heart,
"Worthy is the Lamb"
And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles' wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise
2 comments:
cas – I will be sure to pray for you and your co-workers. we are in a tough spot right now business wise and I pray for those who don’t know Christ…but even as believers these are tough times, keep your faith strong! tks
Proverbs 3:3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.
CAS, will definitely be praying for those in your company. Great verse to reference and great quote from the kid from UT.
TKS, nice verse. We could all use this prayer.
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